Group Classes

In addition to our private lessons, we're proud to offer a roster of group programs designed exclusively by music and education professionals, aimed to teach and broaden musical foundations in a friendly small-group setting.

Tuneful Tots (3 to 5 years)

Join Barrhaven's most popular class for little musicians! Tuneful Tots provides a great foundation for young children to develop a lifelong love of music and aptitude for learning. Our program introduces pre-school aged children to the basic elements of music, including beat, rhythm, dynamics, tempo and pitch. Children will learn songs in a call-and-answer style, play various percussion instruments to develop rhythm, use body movements to express lyrics and participle in basic ear-training exercises.

Weekly class activities include:

✔️ Singing and stories
✔️ Dancing and movements
✔️ Creating rhythms and beats
✔️ Ear training
✔️ Playing various percussion instruments
✔️ Join other kids, make friends and have fun!

$126 for 8 weeks. For Tuneful Tots scheduling and registration information, please contact us!

BMA Primary Vocal Program (6 to 8 years)

The BMA Primary Choir is developed for students ages 6-8, with no previous vocal or performance experience necessary. This program is a perfect starting place for young students who express a desire to sing in a group and gain experience on stage.

Weekly lessons include:

✔️Breathing exercises and vocal warm ups

✔️Lyric work and work on annunciation

✔️Rehearsal and practice on current repertoire

✔️Work on individual melodic lines and developing pitch

$82 per month flat rate. For BMA Primary Vocal Program scheduling and registration, please contact us!

BMA Junior Vocal Program (9 to 12 years) CURRENTLY N/A

The BMA Choir is Barrhaven's only choir program for students ages 9-12! New members are always welcome, including our registered students and those not currently enrolled in private lessons. The program is a great way for singers to develop themselves, no matter what your experience level or vocal style. Along with helping participants become more comfortable singing as a group, our choir program will strengthen their musical ear, teach them how to harmonize and expand their repertoire.

Weekly lessons include:

✔️Breathing exercises and vocal warm ups

✔️Lyric work and work on annunciation

✔️Rehearsal and practice on current repertoire

✔️Work on individual melodic lines and developing pitch

✔️Work on round singing and two-part harmonies

$82 per month flat rate. For BMA Vocal Program scheduling and registration, please contact us!

BMA Band Program (8+ years)

The BMA Band Program is for students who want to join a band, meet other musicians, and have fun! Be mentored by a seasoned band coach and learn the tips and tricks of how to become a solid, gig-ready band. Performing regularly at BMA Coffeehouses and Concerts will help your group build up a setlist of favourite songs, improve stage presence and master your own instrument at the same time.

Why join a band?

✓   Become a better musician and performer
✓   Learn a variety of songs and build a gig-ready setlist
✓   Be mentored by a professional band coach
✓   Build great group dynamics
✓   Have fun playing music!

$98 per month flat rate. For BMA Band Program scheduling and registration, please contact us!